1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 888 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |